Gators freshman LB Neiron Ball in hospital - Florida Gators

Gators freshman LB Neiron Ball in hospital

Wednesday, February 16, 2011 | Football, Cross Country, Scott Carter

By: Scott Carter

Freshman linebacker Neiron Ball is in a Gainesville hospital tonight being treated for a medical condition.

“Neiron Ball has been diagnosed with a congenital vascular condition and is currently being treated at Shands Hospital,'' UF spokesman Steve McClain said Tuesday evening.

A freshman from Jackson, Ga., Ball played in all 13 games in his first season, recording 10 tackles primarily on special teams. He also had one tackle for loss.

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